Exodus 39:2
New International Version
They made the ephod of gold, and of blue, purple and scarlet yarn, and of finely twisted linen.

New Living Translation
Bezalel made the ephod of finely woven linen and embroidered it with gold and with blue, purple, and scarlet thread.

English Standard Version
He made the ephod of gold, blue and purple and scarlet yarns, and fine twined linen.

Berean Standard Bible
Bezalel made the ephod of finely spun linen embroidered with gold, and with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn.

King James Bible
And he made the ephod of gold, blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen.

New King James Version
He made the ephod of gold, blue, purple, and scarlet thread, and of fine woven linen.

New American Standard Bible
He made the ephod of gold and of violet, purple, and scarlet material, and fine twisted linen.

NASB 1995
He made the ephod of gold, and of blue and purple and scarlet material, and fine twisted linen.

NASB 1977
And he made the ephod of gold, and of blue and purple and scarlet material, and fine twisted linen.

Legacy Standard Bible
He made the ephod of gold, and of blue and purple and scarlet material, and fine twisted linen.

Amplified Bible
Bezalel made the ephod of gold, and of blue, purple, and scarlet fabric, and fine twisted linen.

Christian Standard Bible
Bezalel made the ephod of gold, of blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and of finely spun linen.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Bezalel made the ephod of gold, of blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and of finely spun linen.

American Standard Version
And he made the ephod of gold, blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen.

English Revised Version
And he made the ephod of gold, blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
They made the ephod out of fine linen yarn and gold, violet, purple, and bright red yarn.

Good News Translation
They made the ephod of fine linen; blue, purple, and red wool; and gold thread.

International Standard Version
He made the ephod out of gold, blue, purple, and scarlet material and fine woven linen.

Majority Standard Bible
Bezalel made the ephod of finely spun linen embroidered with gold, and with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn.

NET Bible
He made the ephod of gold, blue, purple, scarlet, and fine twisted linen.

New Heart English Bible
He made the ephod of gold, blue, purple, scarlet, and fine twined linen.

Webster's Bible Translation
And he made the ephod of gold, blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen.

World English Bible
He made the ephod of gold, blue, purple, scarlet, and fine twined linen.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And he makes the ephod, of gold, blue, and purple, and scarlet, and twined linen,

Young's Literal Translation
And he maketh the ephod, of gold, blue, and purple, and scarlet, and twined linen,

Smith's Literal Translation
And he will make the ephod, gold, cerulean purple, red purple, and double scarlet, and twisted byssus.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
So he made an ephod of gold, violet, and purple, and scarlet twice dyed, and fine twisted linen.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And so he made an ephod of gold, hyacinth, and purple, and twice-dyed scarlet, and fine twisted linen,

New American Bible
The ephod was woven of gold thread and of violet, purple, and scarlet yarn and of fine linen twined.

New Revised Standard Version
He made the ephod of gold, of blue, purple, and crimson yarns, and of fine twisted linen.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And they made the ephod of gold, blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And they made the ephod of gold, blue and purple and fine linen dyed scarlet and fine woven white linen.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And he made the ephod of gold, blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And he made the ephod of gold, and blue, and purple, and spun scarlet, and fine linen twined.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
The Ephod
1From the blue, purple, and scarlet yarn they made specially woven garments for ministry in the sanctuary, as well as the holy garments for Aaron, just as the LORD had commanded Moses. 2Bezalel made the ephod of finely spun linen embroidered with gold, and with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn. 3They hammered out thin sheets of gold and cut threads from them to interweave with the blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and fine linen—the work of a skilled craftsman.…

Cross References
Exodus 28:6-8
They are to make the ephod of finely spun linen embroidered with gold, and with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn. / It shall have two shoulder pieces attached at two of its corners, so it can be fastened. / And the skillfully woven waistband of the ephod must be of one piece, of the same workmanship—with gold, with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and with finely spun linen.

Leviticus 8:7
He put the tunic on Aaron, tied the sash around him, clothed him with the robe, and put the ephod on him. He tied the woven band of the ephod around him and fastened it to him.

Exodus 28:15-30
You are also to make a breastpiece of judgment with the same workmanship as the ephod. Construct it with gold, with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and with finely spun linen. / It must be square when folded over double, a span long and a span wide. / And mount on it a setting of gemstones, four rows of stones: In the first row there shall be a ruby, a topaz, and an emerald; ...

Exodus 28:4
These are the garments that they shall make: a breastpiece, an ephod, a robe, a woven tunic, a turban, and a sash. They are to make these holy garments for your brother Aaron and his sons, so that they may serve Me as priests.

Exodus 28:39
You are to weave the tunic with fine linen, make the turban of fine linen, and fashion an embroidered sash.

Exodus 28:31-35
You are to make the robe of the ephod entirely of blue cloth, / with an opening at its top in the center. Around the opening shall be a woven collar with an opening like that of a garment, so that it will not tear. / Make pomegranates of blue, purple, and scarlet yarn all the way around the lower hem, with gold bells between them, ...

Exodus 28:36-38
You are to make a plate of pure gold and engrave on it as on a seal: HOLY TO THE LORD. / Fasten to it a blue cord to mount it on the turban; it shall be on the front of the turban. / And it will be worn on Aaron’s forehead, so that he may bear the iniquity of the holy things that the sons of Israel consecrate with regard to all their holy gifts. It shall always be on his forehead, so that they may be acceptable before the LORD.

Exodus 28:2
Make holy garments for your brother Aaron, to give him glory and splendor.

Exodus 28:40-43
Make tunics, sashes, and headbands for Aaron’s sons, to give them glory and splendor. / After you put these garments on your brother Aaron and his sons, anoint them, ordain them, and consecrate them so that they may serve Me as priests. / Make linen undergarments to cover their bare flesh, extending from waist to thigh. ...

Exodus 28:1
“Next, have your brother Aaron brought to you from among the Israelites, along with his sons Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar, to serve Me as priests.

Hebrews 8:5
The place where they serve is a copy and shadow of what is in heaven. This is why Moses was warned when he was about to build the tabernacle: “See to it that you make everything according to the pattern shown you on the mountain.”

Hebrews 9:11-12
But when Christ came as high priest of the good things that have come, He went through the greater and more perfect tabernacle that is not made by hands and is not a part of this creation. / He did not enter by the blood of goats and calves, but He entered the Most Holy Place once for all by His own blood, thus securing eternal redemption.

Hebrews 9:24
For Christ did not enter a man-made copy of the true sanctuary, but He entered heaven itself, now to appear on our behalf in the presence of God.

Revelation 1:13
and among the lampstands was One like the Son of Man, dressed in a long robe, with a golden sash around His chest.

Revelation 19:8
She was given clothing of fine linen, bright and pure.” For the fine linen she wears is the righteous acts of the saints.


Treasury of Scripture

And he made the ephod of gold, blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen.

Exodus 25:7
Onyx stones, and stones to be set in the ephod, and in the breastplate.

Exodus 28:6-12
And they shall make the ephod of gold, of blue, and of purple, of scarlet, and fine twined linen, with cunning work…

Leviticus 8:7
And he put upon him the coat, and girded him with the girdle, and clothed him with the robe, and put the ephod upon him, and he girded him with the curious girdle of the ephod, and bound it unto him therewith.

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Exodus 39
1. The cloths of service and holy garments.
2. The ephod
8. The breast-plate
22. The robe of the ephod
27. The coats, mitre, and girdle of fine linen
30. The plate of the holy crown
32. All is finished, reviewed, and approved by Moses














He made
This phrase indicates the craftsmanship and dedication involved in the creation of the ephod. The Hebrew root for "made" is עָשָׂה (asah), which implies not just the act of making but also the intention and skill behind it. This reflects the obedience and precision required in following God's instructions, emphasizing the importance of diligence and faithfulness in our own spiritual tasks.

the ephod
The ephod was a sacred garment worn by the high priest, signifying his role as a mediator between God and the people of Israel. The Hebrew word אֵפוֹד (ephod) suggests a garment of great significance and authority. Archaeological findings and historical records indicate that such garments were often richly adorned, underscoring the ephod's role in representing divine presence and guidance.

of gold
Gold in the Bible often symbolizes purity, divinity, and kingship. The use of gold in the ephod highlights the sacredness and the divine nature of the high priest's duties. Gold's incorruptibility serves as a reminder of the eternal and unchanging nature of God, calling believers to strive for purity and holiness in their own lives.

with blue
Blue, derived from the Hebrew תְּכֵלֶת (techelet), was a color associated with the heavens and divinity. It was often used in the tabernacle and priestly garments to remind the Israelites of God's heavenly rule and presence. This color calls Christians to focus on heavenly things and to live lives that reflect the divine nature of their calling.

purple
Purple, or אַרְגָּמָן (argaman) in Hebrew, was a color of royalty and wealth, often reserved for kings and high officials. Its inclusion in the ephod signifies the royal priesthood of the high priest, foreshadowing the ultimate kingship of Christ. This reminds believers of their identity as a royal priesthood, called to serve and reign with Christ.

and scarlet yarn
Scarlet, or שָׁנִי (shani), represents sacrifice and redemption, as it is the color of blood. The use of scarlet in the ephod points to the sacrificial system and ultimately to the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. It serves as a powerful reminder of the cost of redemption and the love of God, inspiring believers to live lives of gratitude and service.

and finely spun linen
Linen, or שֵׁשׁ (shesh), was a symbol of purity and righteousness. The fine quality of the linen used in the ephod underscores the need for holiness and purity in approaching God. This calls Christians to clothe themselves in righteousness and to pursue a life that is pleasing to God, reflecting the purity and holiness of Christ.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Bezalel made
וַיַּ֖עַשׂ (way·ya·‘aś)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6213: To do, make

the ephod
הָאֵפֹ֑ד (hā·’ê·p̄ōḏ)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 646: A girdle, the ephod, highpriest's shoulder-piece, an image

out of gold,
זָהָ֗ב (zā·hāḇ)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2091: Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky

with blue,
תְּכֵ֧לֶת (tə·ḵê·leṯ)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 8504: The cerulean mussel, the color, obtained therefrom, stuff dyed therewith

purple,
וְאַרְגָּמָ֛ן (wə·’ar·gā·mān)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 713: Purple, red-purple

and scarlet yarn,
וְתוֹלַ֥עַת (wə·ṯō·w·la·‘aṯ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 8438: The crimson-grub, of the color, from it, cloths dyed therewith

and finely spun
מָשְׁזָֽר׃ (mā·šə·zār)
Verb - Hofal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 7806: To be twisted

linen.
וְשֵׁ֥שׁ (wə·šêš)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 8336: Bleached stuff, white linen, marble


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